Linwood Middle School, North Brunswick, has postponed its India’s Independence Day celebration until 10 a.m. Sept. 6 in front of North Brunswick Township High School (NBTHS), Raider Road. There will be exhibits, performances, snacks and the hoisting of the Indian flag.
The 4-H Indian Langoor Club is also sponsoring a contest for youths ages 5 to 19 to submit artwork, an essay or poem expressing “India, what it means to me.” Artwork must be 11 inches by 17 inches. The essay must be 250 words, 12 point, double-spaced. The poem must also be 12 point, double-spaced, on an 8.5-by-11 sheet of paper.
Entries can only be submitted on Aug. 16 at the high school and must be received by 9 a.m. There will be three prizes for each category. Applicants must be present at the Independence Day celebration at night to win.
For more information, call 732-289- 3619.